HI96803 Digital Refractometer for % Glucose by Weight Analysis

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The HI96803 is a rugged, portable digital refractometer for food products designed to report the content of aqueous solutions containing sugar as % glucose by weight (% w/w). The HI96803 report the results with an accuracy of ±0.2%. The operation of the meter is simplified with only two buttons: one button is to calibrate with distilled or deionized water and the other to take a measurement. All readings are automatically compensated for temperature variations according to the ICUMSA Methods Book standard and displayed within a 1.5 second response time. The sealed flint glass prism and stainless steel well are easy to clean. Just wipe with a soft cloth in preparation for the next sample.
  • Sample size as small as 2 metric drops (100 μl)
  • Sealed stainless steel well with high-grade optical prism made of flint glass
  • Fast 1.5 second response time for temperature compensated readings
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Description

The HI96803 portable refractometer converts the refractive index of a food sample to % glucose by weight. This conversion is based on the tables found in the ICUMSA Methods Book (International Commission for Uniform Methods of Sugar Analysis) that documents the changes in refractive index with temperature for a percent by weight glucose solution. The HI96803 is ideal for the analysis of fruits, energy drinks, puddings, soy milk, juices, jam, marmalade, honey, soups, jelly, tofu and condiments. The HI96803 is an easy to use tool for measuring sugar in food samples in the field or in the lab.

  • Designed for food sugar analysis
  • Temperature Compensation algorithms based on glucose solution
  • 0 to 85% glucose by weight range with an accuracy of ± 0.2%

Making a % Standard Glucose Solution

To make a glucose Solution, follow the procedure below:

  • Place container (such as a glass vial or dropper bottle that has a cover) on an analytical balance.
  • Tare the balance.
  • Weigh out X grams of high purity glucose (CAS #: 50-99-7) directly into a beaker
  • Add distilled or deionized water to the beaker so the total weight of the solution is 100g.
  • Note: Solutions above 60% may need to be vigorously stirred or shaken and heated in a water bath to roughly 40°C (104°F). Remove solution when fructose has dissolved and allow to cool before use.
  • Features at-a-glance:

    One-point calibration

    • Calibrate with distilled or deionized water

    Small sample size

    • Sample size can be as small as 2 metric drops (100 μl)

    Automatic Temperature Compensation (ATC)

    • Samples automatically compensated for temperature variations

    Quick, accurate results

    • Readings are displayed in approximately 1.5 seconds

    Dual-level LCD

    • The dual-level LCD displays measurement and temperature readings simultaneously

    Stainless steel sample well

    • Easy to clean and corrosion-resistant

    Battery indicators

    • Battery percent level remaining at startup and low battery indicator

    Automatic shut-off

    • To conserve battery life the meter shuts off automatically after three minutes of non-use

    Stainless steel sample well

    • Easy to clean and corrosion-resistant

    IP65 water resistant protection

    • Water resistant ABS plastic casing designed to perform under laboratory and field conditions.

Specifications

Sugar Content Range 0 to 85% mass (% w/w glucose)
Sugar Content Resolution 0.1% mass
Sugar Content Accuracy (@25ºC/77ºF) ±0.2% mass
Temperature Range 0 to 80°C (32 to 176°F)
Temperature Resolution 0.1°C (0.1°F)
Temperature Accuracy ±0.3 °C (±0.5 °F)
Temperature Compensation automatic between 10 and 40°C (50 to 104°F)
Measurement Time approximately 1.5 seconds
Minimum Sample Volume 100 μL (to cover prism totally)
Light Source yellow LED
Sample Cell stainless steel ring and flint glass prism
Auto-off after three minutes of inactivity
Enclosure Rating IP65
Battery Type / Life 9V / approximately 5000 readings
Dimensions / Weight 192 x 102 x 67 mm (7.6 x 4.01 x 2.6”) / 420 g (14.8 oz.)
Ordering Information HI96803 is supplied with battery and instruction manual
Warranty 2 years

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